John records, “As I watched, THE LAMB (Jesus Christ is the Lamb of God) broke the first of the seven seals on the scroll. Then I heard one of the four living beings say with a voice like thunder, “Come!” I looked up and saw A WHITE HORSE standing there. Its rider carried a BOW, and a crown was placed on his head. He rode out to win MANY BATTLES and gain the victory.” (Rev. 6:1-2) Some commentators claim the is Jesus but NO, Jesus is the one opening the seals! These riders are known as “The Four Horsemen Of The Apocalypse” Jesus rides on His White Horse at THE END of the seven years (Rev. 19:7).
This first rider is the anti-christ, Daniel says this about him, “He shall speak pompous words against the Most High, Shall PERSECUTE THE SAINTS of the Most High, And shall intend to change times and law. Then the saints shall be GIVEN INTO HIS HAND For a time and times and half a time.” (Dan. 7:25) This is the first half of the tribulation.
The rider of the white horse represents the trend of false religion. Jesus said: “Take heed that no one deceives you. For many WILL COME IN MY NAME, saying, ‘I AM THE CHRIST,’ and will deceive many” (Matt. 24:4-5). The white horse is RELIGIOUS DECEPTION. This rider looks like Christ coming on a white horse—but IS AN IMPOSTOR.
- He carries a bow.This horseman’s weapon is a bow, whereas Jesus’ weapon will be A SWORD that proceeds “out of His mouth” (Rev. 19:15)—the Word of God
- He goes out “conquering, and to conquer.” Satan is described as conquering the world through deception (Rev. 12:9). He makes himself appear as an “angel of light” and has ministers who appear as “ministers of righteousness” (2 Corin. 11:14-15).
- This horseman wears a “crown.” Satan is the “god of this age.” He blinds people and prevents them from believing in the gospel (2 Corin. 4:4). He, and the false religions of this world, have temporary dominion.
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Your Personal Pastor -Bill Stockham